Continuous Improvement Specialist
hace 3 días
Bury
A rapidly expanding manufacturer new Bury is looking for a Continuous Improvement Specialist to play a key role in transforming their operational performance. The Opportunity The company is at the start of their CI journey and so there is opportunity to engage in improvement initiatives, coach frontline leaders, and champion a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll use data-driven insights and Lean methodologies to optimise processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall performance. What You’ll Be Doing • Lead and deliver Continuous Improvement projects using Lean and DMAIC methodologies, • Analyse operational data to identify opportunities and drive performance gains, • Coach and upskill teams in problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.), • Champion 5S and deliver engaging training sessions, • Own and prioritise the CI project pipeline, • Support teams in achieving business goals through structured improvement plans, • Embed a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning What We’re Looking For Proven experience in a Continuous Improvement role within manufacturing with a formal Lean qualification (e.g. Green Belt or equivalent). You will need strong analytical/ problem-solving skills and be a confident communicator with both production teams and senior management. Why Join? • 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday – flexi start/finish, • Benefits include, 24 days holiday, 2 well being days and bank holidays, private healthcare and company pension, • Work in a highly collaborative, people-focused environment, • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on performance and culture, • Ongoing training and development provided Position might be suitable for a Continuous Improvement Engineer, Quality Engineer, Process Engineer, or a Production professional with experience in a dedicated CI role